Save the Electric Theatre for generations to come
This much-loved, landmark venue in Guildford opened in 1997 after campaigning and financial investment by GATA. It is now closed and its future hangs in the balance.
The Electric Theatre has been at the heart of Guildford’s cultural life for nearly three decades. It provides a dedicated space capable of hosting a full theatrical experience for local community performers and audiences.
As Guildford Borough Council deliberates on it's future, please sign our petition asking that they:
The Electric Theatre has been at the heart of Guildford’s cultural life for nearly three decades. It provides a dedicated space capable of hosting a full theatrical experience for local community performers and audiences.
As Guildford Borough Council deliberates on it's future, please sign our petition asking that they:
- Keep the Electric Theatre as a theatre for community use
- Ensure amateur theatre plays a key role alongside professional productions and other local arts
- Guarantee long-term commitment to the support, upkeep and maintenance of the site
Welcome to our web site.
Guildford Amateur Theatre Association - GATA - is an umbrella organisation of groups, supporting and promoting the interests of amateur theatre and public education in the dramatic arts in and around Guildford.
To find out more about us, and our member groups, please check out our website. We hope you enjoy your visit !
If you need to get in touch please contact us, details are here

